December 2021 - Michlib-l

Scheduling Software---When to Work or LibStaffer
by Jean Sanders 29 Dec '21

29 Dec '21

Hello, I would be interested in talking to any libraries using either When to Work or LibStaffer for scheduling. We are primarily interested in using it for our YS and Adult Services Department. Please respond to me directly. Thank you, Jean Sanders

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RETIRING!!!
by maureen＠romeodistrictlibrary.org 29 Dec '21

29 Dec '21

I am retiring as of this Friday December 31st. My interim replacement will be Janelle Danyko. Her email is janelle(a)romeodistrictlibrary.org. I wish everyone a wonderful and happy new year. I hope 2022 will be a big improvement over the last 2 years and that things will only get better from there. - Mo @ zv345 -- Maureen Swanwick Head of Circulation Romeo District Library

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Beginning Workshop, Advanced Directors, and New Directors Available Online
by White, Shannon (MDE) 29 Dec '21

29 Dec '21

Online Courses Necessary for State Aid and Library Staff Certification Available The Library of Michigan has released all modules necessary for libraries and library staff to complete State Aid to Public Libraries Applications as well as Library Staff Certification Requirements. The following courses are all available as online, self-paced modules in the LM Niche Staff Skills Academy. Staff can access the courses through the direct links below or by visiting the LM website at www.michigan.gov/libraryce<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryce> and scrolling to the section titled, LM CE for State Aid and Certification. For full details on Class Size requirements for libraries as part of the State Aid process visit the State Aid Application Process Document<https://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/State_Aid_to_Public_Li…> and review Part B, Section III Class Size Requirements. Libraries can locate details for specific class sizes and read the requirements related to these courses. Visit the Library Staff Certification<http://www.michigan.gov/LIBRARYCERTIFICATION> process page for details on requirements for that program. New Director Workshop - Pathway for New Directors in Michigan Public Libraries<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,9327,7-381-88855_89737-230400-…> An online version of a previous in person event. The online version was released in the summer of 2021 and is for public library directors needing to meet State Aid requirements. Staff needing this should complete it by March 1 in order for the library to meet State Aid requirements if they were provided a waiver last year. The New Director Workshop is required to be completed within one year of initial directorship appointment. See the State Aid to Public Libraries Application Process Document Section III Class Size Requirements<https://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/State_Aid_to_Public_Li…> for full details on this requirement. TIP! Those required to complete this course should create only one profile in the Niche system to complete the lessons. If you complete individual pieces under different logins you will not be able to complete the entire pathway and receive your certificate without taking the individual parts multiple times. Advanced Director Workshop - Pathway for Advanced Directors in Michigan Public Libraries<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,9327,7-381-88855_89737-503847-…> A newly released online version of a previous in person course is available for directors of Class 4, 5, 6 libraries. Staff needing this should complete it by March 1 in order for the library to meet State Aid requirements if they were provided a waiver last year. For new directors of Class 4, 5, or 6 libraries this is required to be completed within 2 years of initial appointment. See the State Aid to Public Libraries Application Process Document Part B, Section III Class Size Requirements<https://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/State_Aid_to_Public_Li…> for full details on this requirement. TIP! Those required to complete this course should create only one profile in the Niche system to complete the lessons. If you complete individual pieces under different logins you will not be able to complete the entire pathway and receive your certificate without taking the individual parts multiple times. Beginning Workshop<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,9327,7-381-88855_89737-308787-…> A newly released online version of a previous in person training event now available for any library staff without a MLS needing to meet certification requirements for Levels 3 & 4. Staff requiring Level 3 or 4 certification should complete this by March 1 in order for their library to meet State Aid requirements if their library received a waiver last year. TIP! Those required to complete this course should create only one profile in the Niche system to complete the lessons. If you complete individual pieces under different logins you will not be able to complete the entire pathway and receive your certificate without taking the individual parts multiple times. Any questions about these courses? Contact us at LM-LibTraining(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LM-LibTraining@michigan.gov> This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Shannon White Library Development Manager Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48909

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Register now - Successfully File Your FCC Form 470 E-rate
by White, Shannon (MDE) 29 Dec '21

29 Dec '21

January 7, 2022, 11:30:am-12:30pm (ET) - Successfully File Your FCC Form 470 Earlier this year, the FCC approved changes to the Form 470 drop down options so it looks dramatically different than in years past. The new drop-down options can cause confusion. We want to help libraries identify 1) if they need to file a 470 and 2) how to do so successfully. Attend to hear about best-practices, as well as the minimum expectations when running E-rate procurement. Instructor: Mel Van Patten and Andrew Epting of E-Rate Central For more information or to register, visit the Event Page<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> (https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…>) This project is made possible by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. Shannon White Library Development Manager Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48909 Whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Whites29@michigan.gov> 517-335-1507 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Follow us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/LibraryofMich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/> Are you a library front line staffer? Join me in becoming an eResources expert by completing the MeL Maven Badge<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmel.org%2…>! #imls

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Looking for a Poetry Presenter
by Jesse Cornea 29 Dec '21

29 Dec '21

Hi all! I was wondering if anybody knows of a good poetry presenter for a virtual poetry program. Our library was looking for one for our spring programming in April for Poetry Month and I don't have any in my lists. I look forward to your responses! *Jesse Cornea* Library Associate Brandon Twp Public Library 304 South Street Ortonville MI 48462 248-627-1461 *ENGAGE • EDUCATE • ENRICH • EMPOWER*

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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 29 Dec '21

29 Dec '21

Summer Library Programming Round Tables * Register<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> for Monday, January 31st at 11am * Register<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> for Thursday, February 3rd at 2pm Did you have a successful program last year? Are you already thinking of programs you'd like to try next summer? Share your ideas with others! We'll be discussing & collecting program ideas to share for Summer 2022. They can, but do not have to be, oceans/Oceans of Possibilities related! Any ideas are welcome. Come to either or both round tables, ideas will be shared out afterwards to this listserv. What does this mean? Bring your program ideas! Each participant should bring at least one program idea to share with the group. Program ideas may or may not be related to the CSLP theme "Oceans of Possibilities," and can be geared for any age, including teens & adults. We want to hear what your library is up to and what you're excited about! We also encourage you to share your ideas beforehand via the form at https://bit.ly/SLP_22 so they can be documented and shared before we meet to discuss. *Please make sure you have an updated version of Zoom, so you can select breakout rooms by topic. **These round tables will not be recorded, so please attend live with active microphone and camera if possible. Notes and ideas will be shared out via the listservs if you cannot attend. While planning your #OceansOfPossibilities programming, please be sure to also make time to view the CSLP Summer Symposium sessions at: https://www.cslpreads.org/summer-symposium-2021/. This program is supported in part by the Institute for Museum and Library Services. Resources National Education Association Announces Read Across America Digital Calendar Visit the Read Across America page <https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.l…> To encourage educators and parents to fill shelves with books, National Education Association announces the creation of its 2021-2022 Read Across America digital calendar<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.l…> which features 36 recommended titles - 12 picture books, 12 middle grade titles, and 12 young adults - for each month of the year. The recommended books include a wide selection of genres and formats. Every recommended title featured includes activity suggestions, questions for discussion or reflective writing, related sources and more titles to try that relate to themes in the featured book. [ALA Fight Censorship Resources]<https://www.ala.org/advocacy/fight-censorship> https://www.ala.org/advocacy/fight-censorship Save the Date: The Rural Child Hunger Summit Presented by No Kid Hungry and Save the Children April 27-28, 2022 Save the date for the fourth annual Rural Child Hunger Summit- a two-day virtual event, to be held over Zoom on April 27-28, 2022. The goal of the 2022 Rural Child Hunger Summit is to highlight the resiliency of rural communities through their innovative and adaptive programs. The Summit will identify promising practices and policy levers that amplify the impact of nutrition assistance programs and reduce rural child hunger. Stay tuned for future updates on how to register for this free event. In the meantime, you can learn more about past Summits by visiting our website<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnokidhung…>. Have a safe & happy New Year! Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 My Pronouns: She/Her/Hers - See www.mypronouns.org<http://www.mypronouns.org/> to learn more. LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> | 517-335-8129 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Follow us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/libraryofmich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/> Join the MiYouth<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmail2.mcls…> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services. Are you a library front line staffer? Join me in becoming an eResources expert by completing the MeL Maven Badge<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmel.org%2…>! [cid:image001.png@01D7FC9F.FCEF74B0] [cid:image002.png@01D7FC9F.FCEF74B0]

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Free Hanging Book/Storage Bags
by Library Director 28 Dec '21

28 Dec '21

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Board game collection storage
by BillieJo Bluemer 28 Dec '21

28 Dec '21

Hello, We've started a board game collection and have decided to package them in plastic containers since they are available for check out. We're curious to see how other libraries with a board game collection have packaged their games. Do you leave them in the box, put them in plastic boxes, or do something else? BillieJo Bluemer Director Rauchholz Memorial Library 1140 N Hemlock Rd Hemlock MI 48626 989-642-8621 -- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus

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Job Opportunities at LTPL
by Jessica Ishmael 28 Dec '21

28 Dec '21

The Lincoln Township Public Library has several part-time opportunities available: Circulation Clerk Part-time; 20-24 hours/week Starts at $10.00/hour Cataloging Clerk Part-time; 24-28 hours/week Starts at $10.50/hour Public Services Library Associate Part-time; 28 hours/week Starts at $11.00/hour All positions require some evening and Saturday availability. Part Time positions can become eligible for benefits such as paid holidays, vacation, and sick time, and others. To learn more about one or more of these positions, please visit: https://lincolntownshiplibrary.org/employment/ Best, Jessica Ishmael Director Lincoln Township Public Library 2099 W John Beers Rd Stevensville, MI 49127 (269) 429-9575 ext 126

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Large book donation
by Angela Badke 28 Dec '21

28 Dec '21

Hi all, I have a patron in the Western UP who has close to 1500 books he's looking to donate to libraries as he's moving from Michigan to a different state. This is part of his personal library, and says the items are in new to like-new condition (I have not inspected them myself) with most of them having only been read once or twice. He is not looking to keep the collection intact. He has mainly sci-fi and fantasy novels, some military books, and some mystery novels. The majority of the books are paperback. They are already sorted by author, so if you have an author that is relatively popular, he can send them to you. If anyone out there is interested, please let me know. I can send along your contact information to him. My library is much too small to take on any more donations, so I told him I'd ask around and see if there are any libraries interested. Thanks! Angela Tribal Librarian Ojibwa Community Library Keweenaw Bay Indian Community 409 Superior Ave. Baraga, MI 49908 906-353-8163

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